34 credits
The Heritage University graduate program in Special Education is a broadly
based program designed to meet the needs of the educator who anticipates
working with students with disabilities or for the teacher who is seeking
an endorsement in special education. The program will prepare teachers to
become leaders in the field of special education.
Program Goals
1. Utilize foundational knowledge to address rights and responsibilities
related to students with disabilities.
2. Work positively with families, colleagues, and community agencies
to develop partnerships that improve learning for students with disabilities
and their families.
3. Plan, implement, and manage appropriate instructional environments
that provide opportunities that are adapted to individual learners’ needs and
characteristics, including cultural and linguistic diversity.
4. Apply current research and best practice in quality assessment and
instruction to enhance the overall development of students with disabilities.
5. Apply leadership skills in the demonstration of high standards of
competence and integrity in the practice of the profession.
Credits
|
ED 511 Multicultural Education: Building Inclusive Communities |
2 |
|
ED 553 Research Methods |
3 |
|
ED 584 Measurement and Evaluation |
2 |
|
*SPED 520 Instructional Methods in Early Childhood |
2 |
|
*SPED 530 Introduction to Special Education |
3 |
|
*SPED 533 Behavior Management and Positive Behavior Support |
3 |
|
*SPED 538 Assessment and Evaluation of Students with Disabilities |
3 |
|
*SPED 536 Curriculum and Instructional Strategies for Students
with |
|
Mild Disabilities |
3 |
|
*SPED 537 Curriculum and Instructional Strategies for Students
with |
|
Moderate/Severe Disabilities |
3 |
|
*SPED 564 Differentiated Instruction in Content Areas |
2 |
|
*SPED 568 Special Education Law |
2 |
|
*SPED 570 Collaboration and Communication in Special Education |
2 |
|
*SPED 572 Practicum Field Experience |
1 |
|
SPED 595 Special Project |
3 |
|
TOTAL CREDITS |
34
|
*Special Education Endorsement
Candidates must pass appropriate WEST-E examination before any endorsement
will be recommended.